The LX 450 carries forward the desirable underpinnings of the venerable 80-Series Land Cruiser but interjects fabled Lexus refinement. It’s a winning combination, demonstrating that rugged backcountry capability and plush interior luxury need not exist in a vacuum. The 80 Series is widely considered a pinnacle overland platform, a sentiment explored by automotive expert Matt…
2014 Toyota 4Runner Trail Premium :: Classifieds
The 4Runner is the most popular 4WD on our forum; recent adventure-equipped offerings include this 2014 Trail, 2016 TRD Pro, and 2022 TRD Off Road Premium. The monumental success of this platform demonstrates that the community will always prioritize reliability and build quality above all else, and to this end, the 4Runner sets the benchmark….
1998 Toyota T100 Xtracab SR5 w/ Super Pacific X1 :: Classifieds
Classic Toyota pickups are nigh on indestructible and are subsequently a favorite with the overlanding community. We’ve featured a number of adventure-equipped offerings that include a 1987 Chinook, 1987 Sunrader 4×4, and 2001 Tacoma with a Hiatus camper. Cue today’s stunning 1998 Toyota T100 Xtracab SR5 (171,767 miles) which showcases a dealer-fitted TRD supercharger, tasteful…
2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71:: Featured Classified
MeatEater, Inc. and RealTruck’s Adventure Hunting Rig showcased at the 2023 SEMA Show will be sold through Mecum Auctions, and 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to Folds of Honor. If you’re unfamiliar with the latter, it’s a non-profit organization that provides life-changing educational scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen or…
2019 Ford F-550 XLT 4×4 Crew Cab w/ Flatbed and Northern Lite 9-6 Limited Edition Camper :: Featured Classified
There’s a differentiation between an overland vehicle and an expedition truck. The former generally provides the necessities for life on the road, while the latter offers all the comforts of home. The Ford F-550 is one of the most popular platforms for expedition builds in the US, and for good reason. The combination of 4WD…
2010 Lexus GX460 Premium :: Classifieds
The GX460 is a favorite on our forum, with adventure-ready offerings including this 2012, 2015, and 2018. Lexus 4WDs are often the platform of choice for adventurers seeking a do-it-all vehicle that’s refined and well-equipped for daily driving but supremely reliable and capable for overlanding. It’s a meeting of worlds where hardcore 4WD attributes and…
2007 EarthRoamer XV-LT #48 :: Featured Classified
Since its inception in 1998, EarthRoamer has redefined luxury overlanding and is widely considered the benchmark for no-expense-spared expedition vehicles. These spectacular travel rigs demonstrate that you don’t have to sacrifice home comforts to explore the world. I love traveling with just the essentials, but it’s not ideal when traveling long-term or living on the…
2006 Land Rover LR3 :: Classifieds
Today’s low-mileage 2006 Land Rover LR3 (71,000 miles) with the HD and Luxury packages is priced at just $18,000 OBO. That’s a lot of bang for your buck when you consider the same year Defender will set you back double if not triple the cost. After all, the LR3 is more powerful, refined, and will…
1993 Ford F-250 Service Body w/ 1973 Alaskan Pop Top :: Classifieds
There’s cool, and then there’s today’s 1993 Ford F-250 (207,000 miles) and 1973 Alaskan camper combo. I encourage readers to reference the original forum listing to better understand the amount of time and money invested into this stunning build. In addition to premium upgrades and a thorough restoration, the rig received a new transmission at…
2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road w/ 2020 OVRLND Camper :: Featured Classified – SOLD
The Tacoma is the most popular midsize truck on our forum by a considerable margin and for good reason. Publisher Scott Brady states, “The Tacoma has been the benchmark of compact overland trucks since its introduction, and the model represents 62 percent of all trucks reported in our reader surveys … [it’s] an exceptional vehicle,…
2013 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon w/ Ursa Minor J30 :: Classifieds
I recently listened to an episode of the Snail Trail Podcast where they debated old versus new vehicles. As part of the conversation, they pitched buying a new vehicle incorporating desirable all-terrain attributes rather than upfitting an older rig. They surmised that the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon was, in many respects, the ultimate off-the-shelf option for…
2020 Nissan NV 3500 4×4 :: Featured Classified
Today’s low-mileage 2020 Nissan NV 3500 4×4 (44,000 miles) has to be one of the most unique and dialed rigs we’ve featured. It caught my eye on the forum, and after reading more, I quickly realized that this platform is totally underappreciated for overlanding. Firstly, the NV 3500 benefits from a body-on-frame architecture and is…
2011 Range Rover Sport :: Classifieds
Today’s well-maintained 2011 Range Rover Sport (163,198 miles) is listed for just $13,000 despite originally costing close to $80,000. That means for less than a fourth-generation 4Runner, you can own this lavishly equipped, V8-powered, go-anywhere 4WD. It’s not commonplace on the forum, but we have featured several adventure-equipped examples such as this 2007, 2008 and…
2011 Land Rover LR4 :: Classifieds
I love bargain rigs, with recent examples including a $7,000 1992 Toyota 4Runner SR5, $9,000 1994 Mitsubishi Montero, and $9,000 2004 Ram 2500 with a Leer camper. However, at just $6,000, today’s one-owner 2011 Land Rover LR4 (184,300 miles) has to be one of the best value rigs we’ve featured, period. This luxury all-terrain vehicle…
2016 Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series :: Featured Classified
Land Cruisers of all iterations are utilized by front-line agencies and NGOs globally, and the 200 Series is no exception. It’s unquestionably a pinnacle overland vehicle that has forged a reputation for bulletproof reliability, class-leading capability, and exceptional build quality. At first glance, the Land Cruiser is a handsome, well-equipped, and practical luxury 4WD, but…
2020 Ford Ranger Lariat w/ Smartcap and Tepui Tent :: Featured Classified
The Ford Ranger remains one of the most popular mid-size trucks for overland travel, and for good reason. During our Midsize Truck of the Year testing Publisher Scott Brady stated, “From the moment I started driving the Ranger, it was clear that it is unlike any other midsized truck on the market. The ride on…
Overland News of the Week
AeroPress Premium Coffee Maker The AeroPress Premium takes the coffee maker we know and love to the next level. The latest iteration utilizes the same 3-in-1 brew technology to provide a smooth, rich, grit-free coffee but now incorporates premium materials such as handmade double-wall borosilicate glass, stainless steel, and anodized aluminum. I’ve been using an…
2005 Toyota 4Runner :: Classifieds
The Toyota 4Runner is a favorite on the Expedition Portal forum with recent offerings including this 1999 SR5, 2003 Sport, and 2005 Limited. Today’s 2005 Toyota 4Runner (16x,xxx miles) is in excellent condition and showcases “over $35,000 in modifications.” In addition, it was the first iteration offered with a V8 motor. Expedition Portal and Overland…
2004 Ram 2500 :: Classifieds
The Ram 2500 is one of the most popular full-size pickups on our forum with recent overland equipped offerings such as this 1998 with an Outfitter Manufacturing camper, 2004 with a Leer camper shell, and a heavily modified 2022 with a GCI Traytec Premium canopy. It’s not hard to see why this pickup has become…
2000 Ford F-250 :: Classifieds
When I first transitioned to life on the road, a big motivation was to escape rent and save money for experiences. However, in my excitement, I bought a 40-year-old Vanagon Syncro, which has cost me more than Buckingham Palace to run and maintain over the past decade. If you’re looking to travel, choosing a platform…